5280 Magazine Editors Choice

5280 Magazine Editors' Choice

Top of the Town 2019: Best Pilates Studio

Editors’ ChoiceFirehaus Pilates
You wouldn’t be remiss if you came to Firehaus in search of an absolutely killer workout. The staff of expert instructors, under the direction of owner JoAnna Cefaratti, always guides you through a challenging session. But if you’re injured, pregnant, postpartum, or a senior, you’ll find extra care and attention—and even dedicated weekly classes—at this seven-year-old Berkeley studio. Most instructors here obtain certification through Polestar Pilates International, whose curriculum focuses on rehabilitation. This expertise is evident whether you attend Firehaus’ reformer, postnatal, combo equipment (a variety of apparatuses, from the reformer to the chair, are used), or restorative classes. Not only will you leave feeling stronger, longer, and healthier, but you’ll also have a better understanding of your body’s mechanics. 3451 W. 38th Ave., 303-945-6951